Long awaited Schools White Paper brings major reforms Thursday, 5 March, 2026 It was a long time in the coming. You might expect a Schools White Paper to be published in the first few months after a change of government; this one has taken a year and a half. Some of what is proposed is sensible. Stating that school Trusts will be at the heart of the system brings some helpful clarity for the sector, although it is at odds somewhat with other government legislation that... Articles for the Herald and Post
Time to get back on track? 12th June 2025 As the Herald and Post reported at the turn of the year, local rail passenger numbers are still down on their pre-Covid levels. But East Hampshire residents’... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian speaks to Shine Radio about the Spending Review 11th June 2025 Click below to listen to Damian's views on the latest Spending Review: Damian Hinds MP reacts to the government’s spending review | Petersfield's Shine Radio Local News
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs among losers in Spending Review 11th June 2025 Damian has released the following statement in response to today's Spending Review: “One thing we learned in the Gordon Brown era was: whatever you think about... Local News
Planning and Infrastructure Bill - report stage 9th June 2025 During today's Planning and Infrastructure Bill debate, Damian called again on the government to rethink the housing numbers formula, which doesn't work for... Speeches in Parliament
Bowls weekend rolls into Alton 5th June 2025 The Bowls’ Big Weekend came to Alton last weekend and it was the perfect excuse to spend time on a sunny Sunday afternoon at the excellent Alton Social Bowling... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian seeks information on hospital land 4th June 2025 Following a recent visit by the Health Minister to Basingstoke Hospital, Damian has called for clarity on whether funding has been secured for the purchase of... Local News
Reporting Back - May 2025 30th May 2025 Click here for the latest edition of Damian's monthly newsletter: May 2025 'Reporting Back' update from Damian Hinds Reporting Back newsletter
From drought to taxes - why farmers need support more than ever 29th May 2025 There are many meetings in Parliament where an organisation or charity or representative group sets out its lobbying points. But recently, something unusual... Articles for the Herald and Post
New sculpture trail opens at Catherington Lith 23rd May 2025 Damian was honoured to be invited to the official opening of the sculpture trail at Catherington Lith, which features oak tree sculptures designed by local... Local News
